Crown Of Horns

Cryptopsy's 'Crown Of Horns' is a visceral and provocative exploration of rebellion against religious orthodoxy, particularly Christianity. The song's lyrics are steeped in dark, satanic imagery and anti-religious sentiment, reflecting a deep-seated disdain for Christian doctrines and figures. The opening lines, 'Capricornus Rex in tenebris,' set the tone for the song, invoking a dark, goat-like deity often associated with Satan. The narrator expresses a longing for the 'dark caress' and 'cloven hooves' of this figure, symbolizing a desire to embrace the forbidden and the profane.

The song delves into themes of hatred and vengeance, as the narrator and their followers gather 'by the light of the moon' to practice 'the art of veneficium,' or witchcraft. This act of gathering and practicing dark arts is a direct rebellion against the Christian faith, which they seek to undermine and destroy. The lyrics 'Destroy the parasite, Destroy Jesus Christ' are a blatant call to eradicate the influence of Christianity, portraying it as a parasitic force that must be eliminated.

The imagery of 'gutted angels' and 'mass graves' further emphasizes the song's violent and apocalyptic vision. The narrator envisions a future where the 'righteous will be lost' and the 'laws of disease' will prevail, symbolizing a complete overthrow of the current religious and moral order. The song concludes with a chilling anticipation of the 'next millennium,' when the dark deity will return to reclaim their 'carnal lost dominion.' This apocalyptic vision underscores the song's overarching theme of rebellion and the ultimate triumph of dark forces over religious orthodoxy.